Heiar Brings on Brian Merritt as Assistant Coach

Merritt brings plethora of experience to Aggie program.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – It seems like every day, the Aggies get stronger and stronger. Today, they took another step in the right direction with the addition of Brian Merritt.

Head Coach Greg Heiar announced Saturday afternoon that Merritt will be joining the Aggie staff as an assistant coach.

"I am happy to announce Brian as the next member of my staff," said Coach Heiar. "I've known him for 15-plus years and what stands out about Brian is his passion, competitiveness, energy and love for the game of basketball."

Merritt is a well-traveled instructor who has made stops in seven different states in addition to a coaching stint in Guam. He will…